HPE Alletra Storage 10/25GbE 4-Port HBA
The HPE Alletra Storage 10/25GbE 4-port HBA is engineered for enterprise data centers requiring high-speed storage connectivity and maximum throughput. This 4-port host bus adapter delivers flexible 10GbE and 25GbE connectivity, making it ideal for organizations deploying HPE Alletra storage arrays and demanding mission-critical applications. Whether you're consolidating storage infrastructure or scaling performance-intensive workloads, this HBA provides the reliability and speed enterprises depend on.
Key Features
- Dual-speed 10/25GbE connectivity on all four ports for flexible deployment
- Optimized for HPE Alletra Storage systems and enterprise SAN environments
- High-bandwidth data transfer with reduced latency for demanding applications
- Enterprise-grade reliability with comprehensive HPE support and lifecycle management
- Backward compatible with existing 10GbE infrastructure
- Low-profile form factor for dense server deployments
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) |
| Part Number |
HU4A8A5008Q |
| Product Type |
Host Bus Adapter (HBA) |
| Port Configuration |
4 Ports |
| Speed Support |
10GbE / 25GbE |
| Interface |
PCIe |
| Form Factor |
Low-Profile |
| Compatibility |
HPE Alletra Storage Arrays, Enterprise Servers |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a 10/25GbE HBA used for?
A 10/25GbE host bus adapter connects servers to high-speed storage networks, enabling rapid data transfer between compute and storage resources. This is essential for virtualization, databases, and analytics workloads requiring consistent performance.
Is the HPE Alletra 4-port HBA compatible with my existing infrastructure?
Yes, the HPE Alletra Storage HBA is backward compatible with 10GbE environments while supporting newer 25GbE deployments, allowing you to upgrade at your own pace without replacing existing equipment.
What are the benefits of upgrading to a 25GbE storage adapter?
Upgrading to 25GbE connectivity delivers 2.5x the bandwidth of standard 10GbE, reducing bottlenecks, improving application response times, and enabling better resource utilization across your data center infrastructure.
How does this HBA improve storage performance?
The 4-port HBA enables load balancing across multiple storage connections, reducing latency and maximizing throughput for I/O-intensive applications like databases, virtual environments, and big data analytics.
